Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Drive School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Salem Drive School serves a central area in Whippany, NJ, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 5-10 minutes away, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the school from the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salem Drive School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salem Drive School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
A Community That Inspires Excellence
School Rankings
Salem Drive School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Drive School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem Drive School's ranking?
Salem Drive School is ranked #258 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salem Drive School often compared to?
Salem Drive Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bee Meadow School, Mountview Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salem Drive School?
245 students attend Salem Drive School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salem Drive School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Drive School?
Salem Drive School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salem Drive School offer ?
Salem Drive School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Drive School part of?
Salem Drive School is part of Hanover Township School District.
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